(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Vice Admiral John P. Currier, United States Coast Guard, was awarded the Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, culminating as Vice Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard from 18 May 2012 to 20 May 2014. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Vice Admiral Currier culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Coast Guard.